Recycling education and outreach

The DNR and its recycling program partners have many resources for a variety of audiences. Learn how reducing, reusing and recycling can help you, your community, your business and the environment by saving money, energy and natural resources. Together, we can make a difference.

Publications and posters

The following publications are available in print and sometimes in electronic form. If an electronic version is available, there is a link to that publication for easy downloading. All titles are followed by the publication number for easy ordering.

Use the following publication order form to request individual publications or bulk quantities (up to 100 copies). This order form will be updated twice a year.

To view other recycling publications, visit the searchable publications system. You can search by publication title or keyword or select the recycling category on the first screen to view all recycling related publications in the system.

Newsletters

The ReSource newsletter

Note: As of February 2013, Recycling News is called The ReSource.

Please note that older issues may include outdated information, including names, phone numbers and email addresses. To see issues older than those listed, visit the searchable publications database and select "Newsletter" in the "Keyword Search."

Videos

Videos

E-cycling

E-Cycle TV ad [YouTube] - This 30-second ad shows some ridiculous uses of old electronics and lets people know there’s a better way to give old electronics new life.

What happens when I e-cycle? [YouTube] - Ever wonder what happens to electronics after you drop them off at a collection point? This video takes you inside today's high-tech electronics recycling operations.

Benefits of recycling

Too Valuable to Waste [YouTube] - A six minute video illustrating how paper, plastics and other recyclables are changed into brand new products once they leave the curb - all while creating thousands of good jobs!

Radio ads

Radio advertisements

The DNR has produced radio spots to promote grass-cycling, composting and leaf-mulching in Wisconsin. These radio ads are available to any community or organization interested in airing them. Please contact Elisabeth Olson for more information.

PreK-12 education

PreK-12 education

Green & Healthy Schools Wisconsin [exit DNR]Join schools across Wisconsin in demonstrating a commitment to a sustainable Earth, stronger communities and healthier learning environments. Learn how your school can become an official Wisconsin Green & Healthy School as you teach and implement recycling and other sustainable practices.